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Ministry of Defence
President witnesses spectacular operational demonstration by Andaman And Nicobar Command at Swaraj Dweep
President Shri Ram Nath Kovind witnessed a Joint Services Operational Demonstration at the Radhanagar beach, Swaraj Dweep on February 28, 2021. Integral combat platforms and forces of the Andaman and Nicobar Command  demonstrated multi-dimensional operational capabilities of the Command, including an amphibious landing.
The President was, earlier, briefed by Commander-in-Chief Andaman and Nicobar Command  Lieutenant General Manoj Pande on the operational capabilities and state of readiness of the Command. Fourteen ships of the Indian Navy, two Fast Attack Crafts of Coast Guard, aircraft of the Indian Airforce and over 300 troops of the Indian Army with six BMPs showcased integrated application of combat power of the only Tri-Service Command of the nation. The demonstration highlighted the synergy, cooperation and interoperability between the Services towards achieving desired outcomes.
The Operational Demonstration showcased various facets of joint operations and included Combat Free Fall  and helocasting by the MARCOS, Special Heliborne Operations  by Ghatak Platoon and amphibious assault by infantry troops, who landed on the beach with six BMPs and over 300 combatants.
Naval Gun Fire Support , Counter Surface Force Operations , Search and Rescue  operations and vertical replenishment at sea were also demonstrated. The amphibious landing of Infantry troops on the beach was executed by Landing Ship Tank  and Landing Craft Utility. Operational Demonstration culminated with the fly past of Dornier aircraft, MI-17 V5 and Chetak helicopters flying in close formation depicting the Tri-Service synergy and Combat potential of the Andaman & Nicobar Command.
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PIB’S BULLETIN ON COVID-19
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- Over 134 cr vaccine doses have been administered so far under Nationwide Vaccination Drive
- India's Active caseload currently stands at 88,993; lowest in 563 days
- Active cases account for less than 1% of total cases, currently at 0.26%; Lowest since March 2020
- Recovery Rate currently at 98.37%; Highest since March 2020
- 7,995 recoveries in the last 24 hours increases Total Recoveries to 3,41,38,763
- 5,784 new cases in the last 24 hours, lowest in 571 days
- Daily positivity rate  less than 2% for last 71 days
- Weekly Positivity Rate  less than 1% for last 30 days
- 65.76 cr Total Tests conducted so far
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Cabinet
Cabinet apprised of MoU between India and France in the field of Science, Technology and Innovation
Cabinet apprised of MoU between India and France in the field of Science, Technology and Innovation
 of Cooperation between Technology Development Board , Department of Science & Technology, Govt. of India and Bpifrance, a Public Investment Bank, France.
Ministry of Tribal Affairs
Indian Tribal Art and Crafts to be promoted in Canada
Atmanirbhar Corner of TRIFED, set up at High Commission of India in Canada
To mark Gandhi Jayanti today, an 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' corner, to showcase exquisite GI-tagged tribal art and craft products from India was inaugurated at the High Commission of India in Ottawa, Canada, The Atmanirbhar Corner , promoted by TRIFED was inaugurated by the High Commissioner of India to Canada, Mr. Ajay Bisaria. The corner displays a sampling of tribal handicraft and products, offers lists and literature on the products as well as information about commercial purchase and distribution of such products in Canada. The initiative will help connect tribal artisans from India with the market in Canada.
The 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' corner in the High Commission has been set up as part of a global initiative, in collaboration with the Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India , to promote products that tribal groups across India have been creating for centuries.
The corner will continue to display, for public viewing, a range of tribal handicraft of India in the historic Pillai Memorial Consular Hall of the High Commission, located at 10, Springfield Road, Ottawa.
Commercial enquiries can be directed to the Commercial Wing of the High Commission .
Ministry of Women and Child Development
Ministry of Women and Child Development issues one more Look-out-Circular regarding NRI Matrimonial disputes
The Integrated Nodal Agency , in its meeting held today under the chairpersonship of WCD Secretary, decided to issue one more Look-out-Circular.
The Ministry has already issued 6 LoCs since April this year after examining the complaints received regarding NRI matrimonial disputes.
The INA meets regularly to discuss issues related to NRI matrimonial disputes and chart the way forward. In criminal matters involving NRI’s, LoC could be issued by the INA in cognizable offences, when the overseas husband is deliberately evading arrest or not appearing in the trial court despite Non Bailable Warrants and other coercive measures or there is a likelihood that he will leave the country to evade trial or arrest. The LoC will be issued after having the case scrutinised by NCW.
Competition Commission of India
CCI approves proposed transaction involving sale of global biosimilars portfolio of Viatris Inc. to Biocon Biologics Limited and an equity infusion in Biocon Biologics by Biocon and Serum
The Competition Commission of India  approves proposed transaction involving the sale of the global biosimilars portfolio of Viatris Inc. to Biocon Biologics Limited  and an equity infusion in Biocon Biologics by Biocon and Serum .
The Proposed Transaction involves the sale of the global biosimilars portfolio of Viatris Inc.   to Biocon Biologics and its subsidiary for cash and stock consideration and acquisition of 1  common equity share and compulsory convertible preference shares convertible into common equity shares, representing at least 12.9% of the fully diluted equity of Biocon Biologics by Mylan  as part consideration for the acquisition of the global biosimilars portfolio of Viatris, in each case, pursuant to the transaction agreement dated February 27th , 2022 entered into between Viatris and Biocon Biologics.
Mylan - Mylan is a Pennsylvania corporation and an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Viatris. Viatris is a global pharmaceutical company, headquartered in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, focused on bringing high quality medicines to patients in over 165 countries and territories. It offers a variety of medicines, including brands, generics and biosimilars, and over-the-counter products across the world.
Biocon Biologics - Biocon Biologics is a company limited by shares, incorporated in India. Biocon Biologics is a subsidiary of Biocon with a focus on Biocon’s biosimilars business. Biocon Biologics is engaged in the manufacturing and commercialization of pharmaceutical formulations such as biosimilars, insulins and drug substances in India. Within India, Biocon Biologics also has a branded formulation business which is responsible for direct B2C sales.
Serum Institute Life Sciences Private Limited  - Serum is an Indian private limited company and a subsidiary of Serum Institute of India Private Limited.
Detailed order of the CCI will follow.
Prime Minister's Office
Phone call between Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and H.E. Mr. Benjamin Netanyahu, Prime Minister of Israel
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi spoke with H.E. Mr. Benjamin Netanyahu, Prime Minister of Israel earlier today.
Prime Minister Modi conveyed warm greetings on the Jewish New Year and the Jewish festival of Sukkot to Prime Minister Netanyahu and the people of Israel.
The leaders positively assessed the progress in bilateral cooperation in the context of the Covid-19 pandemic, especially in the fields of research, field trials of diagnostic tools and vaccine development. They agreed on the importance of close cooperation in these important areas not only for the benefit of the people of the two countries but also for the greater good of humanity.
They also reviewed ongoing cooperation in the areas of water and agriculture, health, trade, and start-up and innovation, and discussed further deepening of these ties.
The leaders agreed to continue holding regular consultations to share assessments on emerging regional and global challenges and opportunities, and for providing guidance to advance the close and robust bilateral strategic partnership.
Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions
DoPT is organizing “Nari Samagam & Spardha” - Women Sports Meet tomorrow at Vinay Marg Sports Complex, New Delhi
Ms. Vinesh Phogat, Wrestler – Olympian and CWG Medalist will be interacting with women athletes and deliver a Winning Pep Talk
On the occasion of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, DoPT is organizing “Nari Samagam & Spardha” - Women Sports Meet tomorrow at Vinay Marg Sports Complex, New Delhi, where Ms. Vinesh Phogat, Wrestler – Olympian and CWG Medalist will be interacting with women athletes and deliver a Winning Pep Talk.
Ms. Vinesh Phogat became the first Indian woman wrestler to win gold in both Commonwealth and Asian Games. She is the only Indian woman wrestler to win multiple medals at the World Wrestling Championships.
Ms. S. Radha Chauhan, Secretary, DoPT and Ms. Sujata Chaturvedi, Secretary  will grace the inaugural Women Sports Meet at 11.00 AM on 11.01.2023. This is second edition of the Women Sports Meet and the first was held on 22.12.2021.
In addition, infrastructure development works viz Synthetic Volleyball Court, relaying of Tennis Court, extension of cricket pitches, conversion of four pitches into synthetic pitches, enclosures of all 8 pitches, renovation of toilets etc. were also carried out. For this purpose, CCSCSB received grant of Rs. 1.55 Crore from Department of Sports.
Objectives
· To increase awareness and to enhance women participation in sports and cultural activities.
· To adopt healthier lifestyle and increase their self-esteem, team work and confidence.
· To improve social skills and positive mental health.
Details of the programme:
Individual and team participation in the following disciplines of sports:
· Athletics
· Kho-Kho
· Football
· Basketball
· Powerlifting
· Volleyball
Facilities
· Special Casual Leave
· Tea, snacks and Lunch
· Participation certificates to all participants.
· Souvenir
· Medals to winners of 1st, 2nd and 3rd position.
· Cultural programmes during lunch hours
Dignitaries
· Secretary 
· Secretary 
· Sr. Women Officers
Celebrity
· Ms. Vinesh Phogat, Wrestler – Olympian and CWG Medalist
· Pro Kabaddi players of international standing shall come to interact and encourage women participants.
For any information related to Sports Meet, please contact Chief Welfare Officer, Ms Vanita Sood on 9868111896.
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Cabinet
Cabinet approves dispensation to Alliance Air for enabling commencement of International flights between India and Sri Lanka
The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has granted ex-post facto dispensation to M/s. Alliance Air, a 100% subsidiary of Air India, to fly on international sectors between India and Sri Lanka. A special dispensation is allowed for the interim period till M/s. Alliance Air deploys minimum of 20 Aircraft or 20% of total capacity, whichever is higher for domestic operations.
India has close bilateral ties with Sri Lanka and our interest is to increase connectivity and to expand people to people contacts between the two countries. Prior to this approval there was no commercial operation scheduled from Palaly and Batticaloa airports.
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Inland Waterways authority of India and Indian Oil Sign MoU on Fuel Needs for National Waterways
Inland Waterways Authority of India  and Indian Oil Corporation Limited  signed a Memorandum of Understanding  today for jointly developing infrastructure for fuels, lubricating oil, LPG, Natural Gas and any other related fuel and gas for meeting the requirement of National Waterways.
The MoU will provide for an understanding over general modalities of mutual cooperation leading to addressing futuristic demand of any form of energy for Inland Waterways and associated services. It also covers development of infrastructure for receipt, storage, dispensing and supply of fuels, lubricating oils, Liquefied Petroleum Gas  , Natural Gas  and any other related fuel and gas. In addition to this the MoU will also cover infrastructure development for setting up Consumer Pump  and Retail Outlets  at Terminals/ Multimodal terminals. This will further lead to development of business activities along the National Waterways.
IWAI and IOCL have agreed to conduct techno-economic feasibility studies for preparation of detailed land requirement, storage facilities and other supporting infrastructure with details of the cost. These studies will be based on the traffic potential, proximity to the local industries and waterways and its connectivity to rail heads.
IWAI will extend all necessary assistance in sharing information, providing necessary inputs and available data / information relating to National Waterways and its terminals with IOCL for implementing projects. IWAI will also provide land to IOCL on long term lease basis for developing facilities at existing terminals within the approved guidelines of land lease policy of the Government.
As per National Waterways Act 2016, 106 new National waterways have been declared in addition to existing 5 National Waterways. The development of new National Waterways is being taken up in a phased manner based on the feasibility reports and DPRs. Also, the capacity augmentation of NW-1 has been taken up under Jal Marg Vikas Project  with the technical and financial assistance of the World Bank. Under the JMVP, multimodal terminals are being developed at Haldia, Sahibganj, Varanasi and Intermodal terminals are being developed at Ghazipur and Kalughat. Also, Least Assured Depth  will be provided between Haldia and Varanasi for safe navigation of vessels.
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
Union I & B Minister Anurag Singh Thakur to inaugurate multimedia exhibition on ‘Indian freedom movement and Cinema’ at IFFI 53
The exhibition by CBC under Min of I & B aims to bring the contribution of freedom fighters to the masses
#IFFIWood, 20 November 2022
"Qadam Qadam Badhaye Ja…."
Do you want to march with Azad Hind Fauj, reminisce the glorious days of Indian freedom movement and pay tribute to the freedom fighters? Then do visit the interactive ultra-digital exhibition on ‘Indian freedom movement and Cinema’, which provides augmented realty-based virtual experience, wherein visitors can have virtual march with the Azad Hind Fauj.
The Union Minister for Information & Broadcasting, Youth Affairs & Sports, Shri Anurag Singh Thakur will inaugurate the exhibition held on the sidelines of 53rd International Film Festival of India  tomorrow. The exhibition is being put up by Central Bureau of Communication - under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Govt. of India - in Panjim, Goa from 21-28 November, 2022 to commemorate ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’.
The exhibition consisting of rare footages of Indian freedom movement aims to bring the contribution of freedom fighters to the masses and inspire the younger generation.
The exhibition depicts the chronological journey of the freedom struggle through a flip-book and panels on various heroes of freedom movement, and also films showcasing them. The audio of inspirational speeches of freedom fighters as well as the prominent songs which became voice of the movement and memorable dialogues portraying freedom heroes are also part of this exhibition. Similarly one immersive theatre room has been built up wherein one can have a 360 degree experience of the first war of Independence of 1857.
Likewise, a film made on the Param Vir Chakra awardees has been included in the exhibition to inspire the younger generation. There are multiple displays on the history of Indian Cinema, which were inspired by the freedom struggle. There is also a separate creative display on Jallianwala Bagh and a section on ‘Azadi Quest’ game, where the visitors can play the game and enrich their knowledge about the freedom movement. The movies made by Discovery channel on Journey of India as well as the animation series of Netflix and the recently made series Swaraj by DD are also being showcased.PIB IFFI Cast and Crew |Nadeem/ Swadhin /Darshana | IFFI 53 - 43
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Pensioners should submit digital life certificate: EPFO
Employees' Provident Fund Organisation, Chennai has asked all the pensioners to submit digital life certificate  by November / December without fail.
The digital life certificate can be submitted anywhere in India through e-Seva Kendras, Common Service Centres, Post Offices, Bank Branches through which they are drawing pension or any branch of the bank where biometric devices are available or any of the EPF Offices or through the mobile application "UMANG" from the EPFO website.
On submission of digital life certificate, pension will be released with arrears, if any, during the next month. EPFO will not be able to disburse pension to pensioners in case of non submission of digital life certificate. The pensioners are advised to carry a Copy of Aadhar Card, Bank Pass Book, PPO Number and mobile number during the submission of Digital Life Certificate. The PPO Number should be entered in the correct format i.e TN/MAS/00XXXXXX says Regional P.F. Commissioner- I, Chennai Region Shri. Salil Sankar in a Press Release issued by EPFO Chennai.
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IGCAR FOUNDATION DAY, April 30, 2019
Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research , the second largest R&D unit of the Department of Atomic Energy , located at Kalpakkam celebrated its foundation day on April 30, 2019. IGCAR has been formed on April 30, 1971 by an executive order by Dr. Vikram Sarabhai, the then Chairman, Atomic Energy Commission. The event also coincides with the birth centenary of Dr. Vikram Sarabhai.
Dr. R. Chidambaram, DAE- Homi Bhabha Chair Professor & Former Principal Scientific Advisor, Government of India was the chief guest for the event. Dr A K Bhaduri Director IGCAR welcomed the gathering. On this occasion, Shri K. N. Vyas Secretary, DAE presided over the function and inaugurated the 50th campaign of CORAL facility. A memoir cataloguing some of the major milestones of the centre over the last forty eight years was released by Shri S.K. Sharma, Chairman & Managing Director NPCIL. Former Directors of IGCAR Dr. P. R. Vasudeva Rao, Vice Chancellor, HBNI and Dr. S. A.V. Satya Murty also participated in the function.
Dr. R. Chidambaram mentioned about Kalpakkam’s uniqueness in having reactors fuelled by all the three fissile isotopes viz. Uranium 235 , Plutonium 239 , Uranium 233 . He mentioned that nuclear energy is a near renewable energy source because of breeding, towards which IGCAR plays a vital role. He also mentioned that IGCAR is a Pride of the country, During the function the chief guest gave away the awards for best Ph.D./M.Sc./M.Tech Thesis awards. Dr Amarendra presented the vote of Thanks. Many senior officials from various DAE Units, former heads of Groups and employees of IGCAR participated in the function.
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NATIONAL LETTER WRITING COMPETITION UNDER DHAI- AKHAR/LETTERWRITING CAMPAIGN
The Union Minister of State  for Communications Shri Manoj Sinha launched the letter writing campaign as one of the activities under promotion of Philately for the year 2017-18. “Dear Bapu , you inspire me” is the theme for this and the letter to be written in English/Hindi/Local language to Bapu, or Mahatma Gandhi may be addressed to the Chief Postmaster General, Telangana Circle, Hyderabad – 500 001.
The letter can be written on plain A-4 size paper and will not be more than 1000 words or in Inland Letter Cards  where it will not be more than 500 words. The letters have to be posted in a special letter box at Post Offices in the clearly marked letter box for “Letter writing campaign” in district head quarters and larger towns/cities, in rural areas letters to be posted in Branch Post Offices.
This is open to all and includes all age groups. The categories of the Campaign are Inland LetterCard Category and Envelope Category for each age group i.e. Upto 18 year’s age and Above 18 years age. The best 3 entries in each category in the country will be selected and sent to Sabarmati Ashram and awarded in a function at Sabarmati Ashram on 2nd October, 2017. In the state the best 3 entries in each category will be selected and awarded in a philately exhibition on Gandhi Jayanthi at Hyderabad. Letters posted after August 15, 2017 will not be accepted. The Prizes will be distributed under two categories of age groups i.e. up to 18 years of age and above 18 years of age. The details of prizes are as under:
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All India level 
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State level cash prize
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First prize in each category
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Rs. 50,000 
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Rs. 25,000/-
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Second prize in each category
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Rs. 25,000/- 
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Rs. 10,000/-
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Third Prize in each category
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Rs. 10,000/- 
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Rs. 5,000/-
The best 10 entries in each category will be displayed in Special Philately exhibition during Gandhi Jayanthi in the state headquarters. During the exhibition these entries will be rewarded. Contents of the best letters will be give wide publicity and the writers will be given due recognition and reward, according to a press note issued by Asst. Postmaster General , O/o Chief Postmaster General, Telangana Circle, Hyderabad.
Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
Cabinet apprised of the MoU between India and Italy on cooperation in the field of renewable energy
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has been apprised of the Memorandum of Understanding  on India-Italy Cooperation in Renewable Energy between India and Italy. The MoU was signed on 30th October, 2017 at New Delhi. The MoU was signed by Shri Anand Kumar, Secretary, Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, Government of the Republic of India and H.E. Mr. Lorenzo ANGELONI, Italian Ambassador to India.
India and Italy aim to establish the basis for a cooperative institutional relationship to encourage and promote technical bilateral cooperation on new and renewable issues on the basis of mutual benefit equality and reciprocity. The MoU envisages establishing a Joint Working Committee to review, monitor and discuss matters relation to areas of cooperation. It aims for exchange of expertise and networking of information and helps in strengthening bilateral cooperation between the two countries.